Busbud recommends carpooling from London to Plymouth
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Customers have reported comfortable seats and on-time arrivals with satisfactory long journeys. Some mentioned tight seat belts as the only criticism. Overall, the service provided a safe travel experience despite minor discomforts like limited legroom for taller passengers.
National Express London Plymouth recent customer reviews
Comfortable seats, not great leg room for me, 6 ft.
On time, including comfort break. Surprised that we enjoyed the coach. 6 hours, instead of 31/2 on the train.But we got back home, railway on strike again.
5 out of 5 stars
John D.
Satisfactory long journey felt very safe with the professionalism of the drivers very safe journey only criticism was the seat belts were very tight felt like I was being strangled
5 out of 5 stars
Lynne K.
Extremely efficient, staff were excellent. Friendly, helpful and considerate drivers
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
National Express London Plymouth recent customer reviews
Comfortable seats, not great leg room for me, 6 ft.
On time, including comfort break. Surprised that we enjoyed the coach. 6 hours, instead of 31/2 on the train.But we got back home, railway on strike again.
5 out of 5 stars
John D.
Satisfactory long journey felt very safe with the professionalism of the drivers very safe journey only criticism was the seat belts were very tight felt like I was being strangled
5 out of 5 stars
Lynne K.
Extremely efficient, staff were excellent. Friendly, helpful and considerate drivers
Based on 4226 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $49
National Express London Plymouth recent customer reviews
Comfortable seats, not great leg room for me, 6 ft.
On time, including comfort break. Surprised that we enjoyed the coach. 6 hours, instead of 31/2 on the train.But we got back home, railway on strike again.
5 out of 5 stars
John D.
Satisfactory long journey felt very safe with the professionalism of the drivers very safe journey only criticism was the seat belts were very tight felt like I was being strangled
5 out of 5 stars
Lynne K.
Extremely efficient, staff were excellent. Friendly, helpful and considerate drivers
Based on 481 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Infobus ticket prices on this trip start at $19
National Express London Plymouth recent customer reviews
Comfortable seats, not great leg room for me, 6 ft.
On time, including comfort break. Surprised that we enjoyed the coach. 6 hours, instead of 31/2 on the train.But we got back home, railway on strike again.
5 out of 5 stars
John D.
Satisfactory long journey felt very safe with the professionalism of the drivers very safe journey only criticism was the seat belts were very tight felt like I was being strangled
5 out of 5 stars
Lynne K.
Extremely efficient, staff were excellent. Friendly, helpful and considerate drivers
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Frequently asked questions for your trip London - Plymouth
What is the distance between London and Plymouth?
The distance between the two cities is 192 miles (309 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London to Plymouth?
If you're headed to Plymouth from London, chances are that your bus will depart from Victoria Coach Station and arrive at Plymouth Coach Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/23
$32
08/24
$39
Today
$44
08/26
$28
08/27
$24
08/28
$24
08/29
$29
08/30
$22
The cheapest trip from London to Plymouth was searched and found on Aug 30, 2025 with a price of $22
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Plymouth, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $68 for a bus ticket from London to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-08-30.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from London to Plymouth.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from London to Plymouth, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from London to Plymouth.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from London to Plymouth, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
What's the cheapest way to go from London to Plymouth?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends carpooling from London to Plymouth
The cheapest trip from London to Plymouth was searched and found on Aug 30, 2025 with a price of $22
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
